Hello Members,
Thanks for taking the time to get back to me with a date preference for the March Parlour Meeting.
The date is March 31st, 2012 from 10:30 am - 3:30 pm at Anna Hergert's home and studio.
If you have not been here please contact me for directions.
Not a member yet? Here is your chance to check out the group and its members. Come along and see what SAQA is all about. Email me , the link to the right is live and you can just click on it to start corresponding!
Manitoba members: Mark April 13th on your calendar for a lunch time meeting. I will let you know where we will gather. Bring friends or anyone interested in SAQA.
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Saskatchewan / Manitoba Parlour Meeting
Hello Saskatchewan/Manitoba SAQA Members,
It has been a while since out last parlour meeting and I just had a look at my calendar to determine a suitable date to get together. Let's gather before too much more time goes by and meet the newest members.
I have three date options available and urge you to voice your preference:
Friday, March 2nd, 2012
Friday, March 9th, 2012
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Please take moment, check your calendars and get back to me as soon as possible. The date chosen with the most votes will be selected.
I will post this on the Western Canada Blog as well to generate interest.
There are several tentative topics for the agenda but I encourage all of you to make suggestions to ensure your interests are met.
Agenda:
Meeting will start at 10:30 am
Short introductions
Update on various SAQA developments
Pot luck lunch
Discussion topic: Taking successful photographs for submissions
Show and share: getting to know each other better through the presentation of our recent work.
Meeting concludes by 3:30 pm
If you have a friend or fellow quilt artist that may be interested in checking out SAQA, please bring them along.
For the members in Manitoba: I will be in Winnipeg for the quilt show and have April 13th off. Ditte, our longest Manitoba SAQA member will be spending the day with me and if interest exists, we could plan to meet over lunch. Please let me know as soon as possible! Email me! anna@annahergert.com
Anna Hergert
http://annahergert.wordpress.com
SAQA Western Canada Co-Rep
http://saqawesterncanada.blogspot.com
It has been a while since out last parlour meeting and I just had a look at my calendar to determine a suitable date to get together. Let's gather before too much more time goes by and meet the newest members.
I have three date options available and urge you to voice your preference:
Friday, March 2nd, 2012
Friday, March 9th, 2012
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Please take moment, check your calendars and get back to me as soon as possible. The date chosen with the most votes will be selected.
I will post this on the Western Canada Blog as well to generate interest.
There are several tentative topics for the agenda but I encourage all of you to make suggestions to ensure your interests are met.
Agenda:
Meeting will start at 10:30 am
Short introductions
Update on various SAQA developments
Pot luck lunch
Discussion topic: Taking successful photographs for submissions
Show and share: getting to know each other better through the presentation of our recent work.
Meeting concludes by 3:30 pm
If you have a friend or fellow quilt artist that may be interested in checking out SAQA, please bring them along.
For the members in Manitoba: I will be in Winnipeg for the quilt show and have April 13th off. Ditte, our longest Manitoba SAQA member will be spending the day with me and if interest exists, we could plan to meet over lunch. Please let me know as soon as possible! Email me! anna@annahergert.com
Anna Hergert
http://annahergert.wordpress.com
SAQA Western Canada Co-Rep
http://saqawesterncanada.blogspot.com
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Best of the West Update
Thank you to those Western Canada SAQA members who have already responded with their intent to participate in the "Best of the West" traveling trunkshow.
The Alberta Museum has expressed strong interest and a large regional AB quilt show has provided space for the one foot square art pieces comprising the traveling trunkshow.
If you have not already expressed your intent to support this project please do so soon. We are not asking for work that is finished at this time. We just want to hear from you and that we can count on you to be part of this exciting event! Please email Patti and Jill to help us plan the events and exhibitions!
The Alberta Museum has expressed strong interest and a large regional AB quilt show has provided space for the one foot square art pieces comprising the traveling trunkshow.
If you have not already expressed your intent to support this project please do so soon. We are not asking for work that is finished at this time. We just want to hear from you and that we can count on you to be part of this exciting event! Please email Patti and Jill to help us plan the events and exhibitions!
Friday, February 3, 2012
'Meet The Best of the West"
“Meet the Best of the West”
“Western Canada SAQA Members” Travelling Trunk Show”
This call to participate is open to all Western SAQA Members.
Check out the details on the "Calls for Entry" page!
Check out the details on the "Calls for Entry" page!
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
SAQA's New Definition of a Quilt
by Board Member Kris Sazaki
For quite a while now, SAQA has realized that its definition of the art quilt does not adequately reflect the diversity of what our members produce. Therefore, the organization conducted a survey of its members during Spring 2011 and received 698 responses. Based on the survey responses and lengthy Board discussions, the SAQA Board has adopted the following definition of the art quilt:
"The art quilt is a creative visual work that is layered and stitched or that references this form of stitched layered structure."
The Board sees the revised definition as a visionary statement. The word "references" allows for a broader understanding of the art quilt, thus creating a potential for growth in SAQA membership in terms of numbers and diversity of artists. The revised definition allows for 3D work and work in media other than fiber/textile/fabric/cloth; it allows for techniques and materials not found in traditional quilting. The revised definition allows for framed, unframed, bound, and unbound work, thereby welcoming growth and development of individual style. The revised definition may not necessarily change submission requirements for any one show or exhibition. Those requirements, as always, remain the purview of the exhibition's curators.
The Board could have chosen not to define the art quilt. After all, many arts organizations do not define their art. It is simply understood. But, SAQA wants to be the resource for quilt artists and to fulfill its mission to educate the public on the art quilt. Adequately helping people understand what an art quilt is became an important reason to revise the definition. In reading the results of the survey and the artist statements from our 2011-13 Trunk Show, it became clear that the previous definition was also confusing - even to our own membership. It was also too long and cumbersome to recite when asked, "What is an art quilt?" Too often people were left trying to explain what the definition meant, thereby defeating its purpose.
This definition will not necessarily change how you work and create, but it will hopefully allow you to more easily convey to others what you produce. Rest assured that SAQA will continue to support you in your artistic endeavors.
For quite a while now, SAQA has realized that its definition of the art quilt does not adequately reflect the diversity of what our members produce. Therefore, the organization conducted a survey of its members during Spring 2011 and received 698 responses. Based on the survey responses and lengthy Board discussions, the SAQA Board has adopted the following definition of the art quilt:
"The art quilt is a creative visual work that is layered and stitched or that references this form of stitched layered structure."
The Board sees the revised definition as a visionary statement. The word "references" allows for a broader understanding of the art quilt, thus creating a potential for growth in SAQA membership in terms of numbers and diversity of artists. The revised definition allows for 3D work and work in media other than fiber/textile/fabric/cloth; it allows for techniques and materials not found in traditional quilting. The revised definition allows for framed, unframed, bound, and unbound work, thereby welcoming growth and development of individual style. The revised definition may not necessarily change submission requirements for any one show or exhibition. Those requirements, as always, remain the purview of the exhibition's curators.
The Board could have chosen not to define the art quilt. After all, many arts organizations do not define their art. It is simply understood. But, SAQA wants to be the resource for quilt artists and to fulfill its mission to educate the public on the art quilt. Adequately helping people understand what an art quilt is became an important reason to revise the definition. In reading the results of the survey and the artist statements from our 2011-13 Trunk Show, it became clear that the previous definition was also confusing - even to our own membership. It was also too long and cumbersome to recite when asked, "What is an art quilt?" Too often people were left trying to explain what the definition meant, thereby defeating its purpose.
This definition will not necessarily change how you work and create, but it will hopefully allow you to more easily convey to others what you produce. Rest assured that SAQA will continue to support you in your artistic endeavors.
Monday, January 9, 2012
Consider the SAQA/SDA 2011 Conference!
Registration for "Identity: Context and Reflection," the joint SAQA/SDA Conference is continuing to go quickly -- There are already 194 people signed up!
Sandra Sider's critique session is FULL.
Lorraine Glessner's workshop is FULL.
Jan Myers-Newbury's workshop is FULL.
...and several other workshops have only a few more spots!
http://www.saqa.com/news.php?ID=1790
Conference: March 30 - April 1, 2012
Workshops: April 2-4, 2012
March 30 - Full day of lecture and panel presentations PLUS the Opening of Art Quilt Elements.
March 31 - Full day of tours of FiberPhiladelphia 2012 PLUS the Opening of Outside/Inside the Box.
April 1 - Morning lecture and panel presentations, followed by an optional critique session.
April 2-4 - Choice of Three-Day Workshops.
Conference will be held at Philadelphia Marriott West, West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.
NOTE: If you're traveling from a distance, consider adding a few extra days to your trip. Philadelphia has some of the best art museums in the world, and New York City is an easy 1.5 hour train ride away.
Sandra Sider's critique session is FULL.
Lorraine Glessner's workshop is FULL.
Jan Myers-Newbury's workshop is FULL.
...and several other workshops have only a few more spots!
http://www.saqa.com/news.php?ID=1790
Conference: March 30 - April 1, 2012
Workshops: April 2-4, 2012
March 30 - Full day of lecture and panel presentations PLUS the Opening of Art Quilt Elements.
March 31 - Full day of tours of FiberPhiladelphia 2012 PLUS the Opening of Outside/Inside the Box.
April 1 - Morning lecture and panel presentations, followed by an optional critique session.
April 2-4 - Choice of Three-Day Workshops.
Conference will be held at Philadelphia Marriott West, West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.
NOTE: If you're traveling from a distance, consider adding a few extra days to your trip. Philadelphia has some of the best art museums in the world, and New York City is an easy 1.5 hour train ride away.
Sunday, January 8, 2012
Message from Martha Sielman
We are making changes for the New Year. My column is moving out of the Journal, and I'll be writing a brief note in every e.Bulletin instead.
Other changes:
--We're very excited to announce that we will be putting Journal articles online, as well as in print. This will allow us to bring you even more great information while keeping SAQA's costs low and using fewer trees. Your printed copy of the Winter Journal will be arriving at the end of the month. The bonus articles will be available online shortly.
If you prefer to read the Journal online rather than in print, check off the Online Journal Only choice on your Member profile page.
--Desi Vaughn is now the regional representative coordinator. She's started a reps newsletter and will be part of the team administering the new reps grant program, which has been designed to help our regions fund larger projects, lectures, and exhibitions. If you have an idea for your region, contact your regional rep!
--There's a new PAM Review Committee for 2012: Betsy Fram, Mary McBride, and Arturo Sandoval. If you are considering applying to become a Professional Artist Member, now's the time so that you can be part of Portfolio 19. Application instructions can be found here: http://www.saqa-pamapplications.com/announcements/pam
--We're working on a redesign for the website. The website design committee is chaired by Eileen Doughty and includes Deidre Adams, Margaret Blank, Susan Christensen, Cheryl Ferrin, and Jen Solon. They are working with a Focus Group chaired by Bill Reker and including Paula Brown, Sandra Donabed, Julie Duschak, Holly Knott, Tricia Revest, and Cynthia Wenslow.
Other changes:
--We're very excited to announce that we will be putting Journal articles online, as well as in print. This will allow us to bring you even more great information while keeping SAQA's costs low and using fewer trees. Your printed copy of the Winter Journal will be arriving at the end of the month. The bonus articles will be available online shortly.
If you prefer to read the Journal online rather than in print, check off the Online Journal Only choice on your Member profile page.
--Desi Vaughn is now the regional representative coordinator. She's started a reps newsletter and will be part of the team administering the new reps grant program, which has been designed to help our regions fund larger projects, lectures, and exhibitions. If you have an idea for your region, contact your regional rep!
--There's a new PAM Review Committee for 2012: Betsy Fram, Mary McBride, and Arturo Sandoval. If you are considering applying to become a Professional Artist Member, now's the time so that you can be part of Portfolio 19. Application instructions can be found here: http://www.saqa-pamapplications.com/announcements/pam
--We're working on a redesign for the website. The website design committee is chaired by Eileen Doughty and includes Deidre Adams, Margaret Blank, Susan Christensen, Cheryl Ferrin, and Jen Solon. They are working with a Focus Group chaired by Bill Reker and including Paula Brown, Sandra Donabed, Julie Duschak, Holly Knott, Tricia Revest, and Cynthia Wenslow.
Monday, December 19, 2011
Season's Greetings
Happy Holidays to all our SAQA Western Canada members, their families and friends!
May the holidays bring you everything you are wishing for and 2012 be filled with artistic success!
May the holidays bring you everything you are wishing for and 2012 be filled with artistic success!
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
SAQA's Annual Appeal
From Martha Sielman:
In this year's annual appeal letter, I'm asking you for two things: a statement about why you're passionate about SAQA and a donation. We'd like to hear from you about what SAQA means to you. Your statements will become part of a new design for the website that we're beginning to work on, to help explain to others why this is such a wonderful organization.
Why are we asking for a donation?
Because it takes almost exactly $400,000 to run SAQA's programs each year (not counting conferences). Membership dues cover 41%, the Benefit Auction covers 13%, and book sales, jury fees, exhibit rentals cover another 23%. The rest comes from you, from your generous donations to our annual appeals.
SAQA runs on people power - your power. You volunteer, you create pieces for the Auction, you attend regional events, you write articles for the Journal, you enter your artwork in our exhibits and Portfolios.
And we also need you to donate each year. It doesn't have to be a lot. If everyone sent in just $20, we could raise $60,000 for this appeal. If you are able to give more, then we can start work on some of the new initiatives that we'd like to pursue, such as more support for regional exhibition opportunities, more educational programs, and more outreach to curators and gallery owners.
You can save SAQA money and help support SAQA's exhibition and publications programs by making your donation online now before your letter is mailed out: www.saqa.com/store.php?cat=13
Please write "Annual Appeal" in the Instructions field and include a short sentence about why you are passionate about SAQA.
Thank you for your support!
In this year's annual appeal letter, I'm asking you for two things: a statement about why you're passionate about SAQA and a donation. We'd like to hear from you about what SAQA means to you. Your statements will become part of a new design for the website that we're beginning to work on, to help explain to others why this is such a wonderful organization.
Why are we asking for a donation?
Because it takes almost exactly $400,000 to run SAQA's programs each year (not counting conferences). Membership dues cover 41%, the Benefit Auction covers 13%, and book sales, jury fees, exhibit rentals cover another 23%. The rest comes from you, from your generous donations to our annual appeals.
SAQA runs on people power - your power. You volunteer, you create pieces for the Auction, you attend regional events, you write articles for the Journal, you enter your artwork in our exhibits and Portfolios.
And we also need you to donate each year. It doesn't have to be a lot. If everyone sent in just $20, we could raise $60,000 for this appeal. If you are able to give more, then we can start work on some of the new initiatives that we'd like to pursue, such as more support for regional exhibition opportunities, more educational programs, and more outreach to curators and gallery owners.
You can save SAQA money and help support SAQA's exhibition and publications programs by making your donation online now before your letter is mailed out: www.saqa.com/store.php?cat=13
Please write "Annual Appeal" in the Instructions field and include a short sentence about why you are passionate about SAQA.
Thank you for your support!
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